Contradiction with Exodus 20:17
This verse warns against coveting, which contrasts with Rachel's desire for children that she expresses in Genesis 30:1.
Exodus 20:17: Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that [is] thy neighbour's.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:11
Paul speaks of learning to be content in any situation, which contradicts Rachel's discontentment in Genesis 30:1.
Philippians 4:11: Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.
Contradiction with James 3:16
This verse highlights that envy leads to disorder and evil practices, contrasting with Rachel's jealousy and her reaction in Genesis 30:1.
James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4
This verse describes love as not being envious, which contradicts Rachel's envious attitude toward her sister in Genesis 30:1.
1 Corinthians 13:4: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
It advises keeping one's life free from the love of money and being content with what you have, contrasting Rachel's discontent in Genesis 30:1.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Paradox #1
The theological conflict in Genesis 30:1 might arise from the themes of envy and faith. Rachel's envy of her sister and her demand for children could be seen as lacking trust in God's plan, creating a tension between human desires and divine timing.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in that verse could be seen in the expression of intense envy and desperation by one individual towards another's ability to have children. This can conflict with moral teachings that emphasize contentment, gratitude, and faith in divine timing. Envy and desperation might lead to actions and emotions that go against these teachings.